Financial Aid

To qualify for financial aid, graduate students must be enrolled in 5 semester hours in the fall and spring semesters (half-time), and 3 hours in the summer. FAFSA forms must be filled out for all government loan programs. This form uses last year's income. Student Financial Assistance provides financial aid forms, student guides, counseling and more.

K-State does accept VA tuition assistance for distance education courses. More information on this option can be obtained by contacting the Student Financial Assistance Office at (785) 532-6420.

Kansas State University does not offer scholarships for part-time graduate students. To qualify for any scholarships, students must be enrolled in nine hours of graduate work. Most assistance for graduate students comes in the form of Graduate Assistantships. If you live in or near Manhattan and are interested in information on available assistantships, please contact Gina Jackson at or (785) 532-6993.